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Carnival Glory introduces a non-smoking casino and relocates Club O2 teen space while remaining fully operational in 2026. Major cruise ship upgrades no longer require dry dock downtime.

Royal Caribbean cancelled the Allure of the Seas March 7, 2027 sailing for a full-ship charter. Affected guests can rebook, receive automatic transfers with onboard credit, or claim full refunds through June 3, 2026.

A Florida passenger is suing Carnival Cruise Line for $5 million after suffering second-degree burns on the Carnival Magic's Lido Deck in May 2025. The lawsuit alleges negligence and unsafe pool deck temperatures.

Juneau's iconic Goldbelt Tram has extended its indefinite closure following an April 30 accident. Thousands of cruise passengers are impacted during peak 2026 Alaska season, with full refunds issued and safety inspections underway.

Costa Cruises enforces strict new dining policy in 2026, penalizing passengers €60 for removing food from buffets to cabins. The measure targets onboard hygiene and pest prevention concerns.

Royal Caribbean's Ovation of the Seas cancelled its iconic Hubbard Glacier scenic cruise on the May 15 sailing in 2026 due to unexpected Whittier port logistics and early debarkation requirements.

Carnival Cruise Line transforms its Roatan private destination with Isla Tropicale's inaugural Mangrove Bay pool featuring 48,000 sq ft of recreational space, swim-up bar, and premium cabana rentals debuting in May 2026.

Virgin Voyages launches its first Alaska cruise season May 2026 aboard Brilliant Lady, transforming the adults-only experience with Indigenous cultural workshops, sustainable practices, and immersive destination programming from Seattle.

A cruise Carnival guest faced permanent removal from their summer vacation after being flagged for a P&O ship incident they never boarded. The 2026 case sparked concerns about corporate database errors across sister cruise brands.

Four major cruise lines face a hefty blow as the US Supreme Court revives a $440M lawsuit over disputed Cuba property use from 2016-2019. The 8-1 decision permits litigation to advance against Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and MSC.

Carnival Cruise Line has adjusted departure times and port schedules across 92 Carnival Panorama sailings from Long Beach through 2028. Guests must update travel plans immediately.

Virgin Voyages Alaska cruises officially launched May 21, 2026, aboard Brilliant Lady from Seattle. The adults-only cruise line prioritizes Indigenous cultural programming and sustainable shore excursions through September 2026.